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Data Scientist

Social Security Administration · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

This job in plain English

This is a Data Scientist job (IT Specialist, series 2210) at the Social Security Administration in Woodlawn, MD. Applicants who are selected can fill positions where most of the work is artificial intelligence.

Many vacancies

It may close early. The announcement lists weekly cutoff dates through 10/31/26, and your full application must be submitted by 11:59 PM ET on a cutoff date to be considered in that round.

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Displaced federal employeesFederal employees who lost or are losing their job through a reduction in force (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL).
  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Other groups listed above may get extra consideration, for example veterans' preference.

This job is open to the public, but you must be a U.S. citizen, national, or someone who owes allegiance to the U.S. Federal employees whose job or agency was eliminated can also apply and may get priority under career transition programs.

What you would do

  • Build and maintain advanced analytics solutions using Python, R, and SQL.
  • Design and deploy machine learning and generative AI models.
  • Clean and manage large datasets to keep data accurate and reliable.
  • Create dashboards and reports to share findings with stakeholders.
  • Write technical documents such as model specifications and user guides.

Do you qualify for GS-14?

With experience: You need specialized IT experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 level or above. The experience must include skills such as Python or R, advanced SQL, machine learning, and developing AI models, and it must be clearly described in your resume.

With education: This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume of no more than two pages with your contact information
  • Resume that clearly shows your specialized experience for this job
  • For ICTAP priority: proof of eligibility, such as an SF-50 or written ICTAP notice
  • For ICTAP priority: proof of your most recent performance rating of at least fully successful

How you will be rated: You will be rated on how well you meet the qualifications, based mainly on your answers to the online assessment questions. Errors or omissions can lower your rating, and information not clearly stated in your resume will not be assumed or counted.

Tips for this job:

  • List each required skill, such as Python, SQL, and AI model development, with examples in your resume, since skills not clearly stated will not count.
  • Keep your resume to two pages or less and include your contact information.
  • If you claim ICTAP priority, include proof of eligibility and your latest performance rating with your application.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, with flextime and alternate work schedules available.

Incentives and relocation: A recruitment incentive may be authorized.

Conditions of employment:

  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Selective Service registration, if applicable
  • Fingerprinting and background or security investigation may be required
  • Job offers depend on fingerprint and background results
  • May require a 1-year probationary period
  • Relocation expenses will not be paid
  • All qualifications must be met by the closing date
  • Financial disclosure required

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$143,913 – $187,093 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS-14 · General Schedule
Location
Woodlawn, Maryland
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
Many
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
Not required
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Information Technology Management (2210)
Announcement
SSA12879164-26-DHA-CIO

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